• Determine if a probate is necessary or whether a less formal means of administration is possible.

• Collect and verify assets, including filing claims for insurance proceeds and death benefits, and arrange for asset appraisals and valuations.

• Identify, notify and deal with decedent’s creditors.

• Prepare federal and state estate and gift tax returns, the decedent’s final income tax return and the fiduciary income tax returns.

• Oversee the transfer, sale and distribution of the decedent’s assets.

• Close the estate.

Guardianship

Unfortunately, the death of a family member can lead to disputes among those surviving. Sometimes conflict is the result of poor or no estate planning.

Sometimes, legal intervention is necessary to protect the deceased and his or her legitimate heirs from the terms of a Will induced by fraud or undue influence. We understand sometimes unfortunate necessity of estate litigation, we will help you and your family get through this time of need and guidance.